Program Outcomes

1. Broad and Specialized Learning—Students are able to…
   • Demonstrate knowledge of specific concepts and terminology in a range of academic disciplines
   • Apply concepts to real life experiences and other contexts
   • Integrate concepts from different fields of study
   • Produce “authentic student performance” appropriate to field
2. Critical Thinking—Students are able to…
   • Comprehend, interpret and analyze ideas and facts
   • Select an appropriate problem-solving methodology
   • Accurately describe, interpret and evaluate quantitative and/or qualitative evidence, information or experience
   • Examine and recognize relationships between evidence, information, or experiences
   • Draw logical conclusions from credible evidence
3. Civic and Cultural Engagement—Students are able to…
   • Compare and contrast differences and similarities in human society and experience
   • Analyze connections among global and local communities and environments
   • Operate with respect and sensitivity in a wide range of social and physical environments
   • Examine and respond to multicultural factors and perspectives
   • Take an active role in the community (work, service, co-curricular activities) and examine issues and insights gained
4. Effective Communication—Students are able to…
   • Demonstrate clear purpose with audience in mind for oral and written communication.
   • Demonstrate effective strategies for delivery and organization of ideas
   • Incorporate and analyze substantive content
   • Use appropriate language, terminology and conventions relevant to the writing assignment, or
   • Use appropriate language, inflection and pacing for an oral assignment
5. Integrating Technology—Students are able to…
   • Identify and propose solutions for problems using quantitative tools and reasoning
   • Make effective use of information resources and technology
   • Select equipment, tools and resources to produce desired results